Kenya Veterinary Board Jobs 2026 – 13 Vacancies

The Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB) has announced 13 vacancies across 11 different positions.

The opportunities cover veterinary and animal health, finance, human resources, supply chain management, planning and corporate communication.

The positions are offered on permanent and pensionable terms.

According to the official KVB recruitment portal, applications close on 27 October 2026 at 5:00 PM East Africa Time.

Kenya Veterinary Board Jobs 2026

The current vacancies are:

1. Assistant Director, Finance and Accounts – 1 position
2. Assistant Director, Human Resource Management – 1 position
3. Assistant Director, Internal Audit & Risk Assurance – 1 position
4. Principal Supply Chain Management Officer – 1 position
5. Veterinary Officers – 3 positions
6. Animal Health Officer II – 1 position
7. Assistant Animal Health Technologist III – 1 position
8. Animal Health Technician III – 1 position
9. Planning Officer II – 1 position
10. Corporate Communication Officer II – 1 position
11. Finance & Accounts Officer II – 1 position

That makes a total of 13 positions.

1. Veterinary Officers – 3 Positions

Reference: KVB/VO/11/2026
Grade: KVB 7
Equivalent: CSG 10 / Job Group K
Terms: Permanent and pensionable

This is an entry and training grade for the Veterinary Officer cadre.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Registration by the Kenya Veterinary Board and must be in good standing.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

The successful officers may work in areas including registration and licensing, veterinary research and standards, education and training, compliance, market surveillance and complaints management.

2. Animal Health Technician III

Reference: KVB/AHT/10/2026
Grade: KVB 10
Number of positions: 1

This is an entry and training grade.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A Certificate in Animal Health, Animal Health and Production, Animal Health and Range Management or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Registration by the Kenya Veterinary Board and must be in good standing.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Duties may include receiving and processing registration and licensing applications, checking supporting documents, capturing application information, assisting with e-filing and responding to enquiries.

3. Assistant Animal Health Technologist III

Reference: KVB/AAHT/9/2026
Number of positions: 1

This opportunity is aimed at qualified animal health professionals. Applicants should check the official vacancy description for the exact academic, registration and professional requirements before applying.

4. Animal Health Officer II

Reference: KVB/AHO/8/2026
Number of positions: 1

This position is within the Board’s veterinary and animal-health regulatory functions. Applicants should review the official vacancy description for the complete requirements.

5. Planning Officer II

Reference: KVB/PO/5/2026
Number of positions: 1

The position is offered on permanent and pensionable terms.

Applicants should review the official advert for the required degree, experience and professional qualifications.

6. Corporate Communication Officer II

Reference: KVB/CCO/6/2026
Number of positions: 1

This opportunity is suitable for qualified communication and public-relations professionals.

Applicants should check the official job description for the complete academic and professional requirements.

7. Finance & Accounts Officer II

Reference: KVB/FAO/7/2026
Number of positions: 1

This position is available within the Board’s finance function and is offered on permanent and pensionable terms.

Applicants should confirm the specific accounting qualifications and professional requirements in the official advert.

Senior Management Vacancies

KVB is also recruiting for four senior positions:

• Assistant Director, Finance and Accounts – 1 position
• Assistant Director, Human Resource Management – 1 position
• Assistant Director, Internal Audit & Risk Assurance – 1 position
• Principal Supply Chain Management Officer – 1 position

These positions have higher professional and experience requirements, so applicants should read the individual official job descriptions carefully.

How to Apply for Kenya Veterinary Board Jobs 2026

Applications are submitted online through the official KVB recruitment portal.

Step 1

Visit the official Kenya Veterinary Board recruitment portal:

https://recruitment.kenyavetboard.or.ke

Step 2

Create an applicant account using an accessible email address.

Step 3

Verify your email and log into your account.

Step 4

Complete your applicant profile, including:

• Personal information
• Academic qualifications
• Professional qualifications
• Professional memberships
• Employment history
• Supporting documents

Step 5

Browse the vacancies and select the position you qualify for.

Step 6

Read the complete job description and upload the documents requested for that particular vacancy.

Step 7

Review your application carefully and submit it.

You can track submitted applications through your applicant dashboard.

Application Deadline

Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 5:00 PM EAT.

Do not wait until the final day to submit your application.

Important Recruitment Notice

The Kenya Veterinary Board states that it does not use recruitment agents and does not charge any fee at any stage of recruitment.

Anyone asking you for money in exchange for a KVB job should be treated with caution and reported to the appropriate authorities.

Documents You May Need

The KVB recruitment portal requires applicants to prepare relevant documents in PDF format.

Depending on the position, applicants may need:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover/application letter
• Academic certificates
• Professional certificates
• Computer applications certificate
• Professional registration documents
• Professional membership information
• Employment history

Successful candidates will be required to provide relevant statutory clearance documents, including KRA, DCI, HELB where applicable, EACC and CRB clearances.

Who Should Apply?

These vacancies are particularly relevant to professionals and technicians in:

• Veterinary medicine
• Animal health
• Animal production
• Finance and accounting
• Human resources
• Supply chain management
• Planning
• Corporate communications
• Internal audit

Applicants should only apply for positions where they meet the stated requirements.

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Official Application

Kenya Veterinary Board Recruitment Portal:
https://recruitment.kenyavetboard.or.ke/

KVB Official Website:
https://www.kenyavetboard.or.ke/